User manual for "Spectre ELD"

Below you will find the vendor provided user manual for the ELD product "Spectre ELD".

For contact information and additional devices produced by the same vendor see their page Spectre ELD.

Driver Manual
info @spectreeld.com
+1 5 13 888 1919
50 00 P ro vident Dr, Ste 1 01,
West C hester To wnshi p, OH 45 246

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01.

Instructions to Connect Device to A Truck:

01. Turn off the engine and ensure the key is in the "Off" position.
02.

Locate the diagnostic port inside the vehicle. It's usually in one of the following
spots:
Connect the ELD device securely to the diagnostic port. Make sure to screw it in

03. properly until it is locked in place.

Confirm the device is working by checking for a blinking green LED light. This

04. indicates that the GPS and cellular connection has been established.

Power on the fleet-provided tablet. The tablet will automatically start syncing with

05. the ELD device and the vehicles engine control module (ECM).

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02.

Spectre ELD Application Guide
01.

Download the App
For Android devices, download the Spectre ELD App from the Google Play Store.
For iPhones and iPads, download the Spectre ELD App from the App Store.

02. Open the App and Log in

Launch the Spectre ELD App on your device.
Enter your username and password to log in. If you don't have an account or
forgot your password, contact your carrier.

03. Scan and Select Your ELD

Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone.
The app will automatically scan for ELD devices. Select your device from the list
when scanning is complete. A green light on the device means its ready.

04. Confirm Connection and Choose Your Vehicle

Check the blue icon in the top left of the dashboard for a successful
connection.
Select your vehicle from the list and accept the Terms and Conditions.

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03.

Using The Spectre ELD On The Road

Once your mobile device is connected to the ELD, your driving time will be recorded automatically. When your vehicle reaches a speed of 5 mph or
more, your duty status changes to "Driving." If the speed drops below 5 mph, the status switches to "On Duty."
change the status, Tap on
01. To
the Status Box

You can manually select your duty

02. status based on your current situation.

Once your vehicle is in motion, the

03. screen will change to the following:

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04.

Creating a DVIR (Pre-Trip or Post-Trip)
01.

Open the HOS Section
In the bottom menu of the ELD app, select the HOS section.

02. Access the DVIR Tab

Under the DVIR tab, click Create DVIR.

03. Choose Pre-Trip or Post-Trip

Select whether you're completing a Pre-Trip or Post-Trip inspection.

04. Report Any Defects

If there are any defects on the truck or trailer, go to the Defects tab and
include the details.

05. Finalize the Report

Click Create DVIR to submit your report.

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05.

Certifying Logs, Dark Mode and adding Co-Driver

On the bottom menu of the ELD app, tap the HOS button and use the date navigation to view your logs from previous days or the current day.

selecting all the uncertified logs
01. By
dates, you can certify in bulk

To change the app into Dark Mode,

02. select the Night Mode button

Once Co-Driver button tapped, Co-

03. Driver will need to log in

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06.

Roadside Inspection

During a roadside inspection, you can allow the officer to view your logs directly from the app, send the logs via email, or submit them to the DOT.
the bottom menu, select
01. From
DOT Report.

To show the officer your logs on your phone, select Begin Inspection. Use the top

02. navigation bar to view logs from any of the past 7 days and current days logs.

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07.

Data Transfer To The DOT
01.

To send the report directly to the DOT
portal, choose Transfer Logs

the pop-up screen, select Web Service or Email method, and enter the Output
02. On
File Comment provided by a DOT officer in the text box. Then, click Transfer Logs

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08.

Malfunction Events
MOTOR CARRIER RESPONSIBILITIES (SECTION 395.22)

According to Section 395.22, motor carriers must ensure that drivers are equipped with an ELD information packet containing instructions for
handling ELD malfunctions, including the proper reporting requirements and recordkeeping procedures.

THE SPECTRE ELD SYSTEM CONTINUOUSLY MONITORS FOR MALFUNCTIONS TO ENSURE FMCSA COMPLIANCE. BELOW IS A SUMMARY OF POTENTIAL
MALFUNCTIONS, THEIR CAUSES, AND HOW TO ADDRESS THEM. THESE CODES WILL APPEAR IN THE VIOLATIONS TAB OF THE SPECTRE ELD APP IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE GUIDELINES SET FORTH IN SECTION 395.34:

POWER COMPLIANCE
MALFUNCTION:

Triggered by power loss,
leading to over 30 minutes of
unrecorded driving time.

SYNCHRONIZATION
E. ENGINE
COMPLIANCE MALFUNCTION:

COMPLIANCE
T. TIMING
MALFUNCTION:

Occurs when the ELD can't
sync with the vehicle's engine
for 30+ minutes, preventing
data collection.

Reported when the ELDs clock
deviates by more than 10
minutes from Coordinated
Universal Time (UTC).

Happens if the ELD fails to
capture location data within 5
miles of movement for over 60
minutes in 24 hours.

RECORDING
R. DATA
COMPLIANCE MALFUNCTION:

TRANSFER COMPLIANCE
S. DATA
MALFUNCTION:

O. OTHER MALFUNCTIONS:

Indicates the ELD cant record
or retrieve logs, often due to
insufficient storage. Ensure
100 MB of free space, and
manually clear once resolved.

Covers any additional
malfunctions not specified
under other codes.

POSITIONING COMPLIANCE
MALFUNCTION:

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09.

Malfunction Events
ADDRESSING MALFUNCTIONS
When a malfunction is detected, take the following steps to ensure compliance:

01.

IMMEDIATE NOTIFICATION:

Notify your fleet manager and
technical support team as soon
as possible to address the issue
promptly and minimize
disruptions.

02.

SWITCH TO PAPER LOGS:

If the malfunction persists,
switch to paper logs that
comply with FMCSA regulations
and reconstruct your record of
duty status for the current 24
hours and required previous
days.

03. RESOLVE THE MALFUNCTION:
Collaborate with your fleet
manager and technical support
to resolve the malfunction.
Once fixed, all malfunctions
except for data recording
compliance will automatically
clear from the system.

BY FOLLOWING THESE PROCEDURES, YOU CAN ENSURE THAT THE SPECTRE ELD REMAINS
COMPLIANT, HELPING YOU MAINTAIN ACCURATE AND RELIABLE LOGS.